Diet and Nutrition

September 17, 2011

Top 10 foods to energize you

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Written by: Always Foodie

Top 10 foods to energize you

Are you getting tired very often and spending money on vitamin supplements and energy drinks? Then, you are forgetting that there are natural resources of vitamin, minerals, and lots of energy. In fact, vitamin and mineral supplements cannot provide you the energy at all. Energy comes from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats and vitamin assists the enzymes to release the energy. You can get carbohydrates and fats from proper and nutritious foods that will provide abundant energy to your body. Most of the nutritious foods are natural and are capable of providing energy throughout the day, especially when you will need it most.

Some of the natural resources are listed below that will provide you all the energy needed by your body.

a. Fruits

Fruits

They maintain muscle function as well provides many necessary nutrients to the body. Most of the fruits provide lots of energy due to the fructose level and varieties of vitamins like Vitamin A, C etc. Vitamin have a great potential to provide energy.

b. Whole Grains

Whole grains

High in complex carbohydrates, fibers, and antioxidants like fruits and vegetables, grains slows down the break down and improves the absorption by the body. If taken as a breakfast, it gives an energizing start of the day. During the digestion of grains, it releases small drops of carbohydrates and fats that work as an energy boost for whole day. Some of the sources include rice, pasta, and grain bread.

c. Coffee

Coffee

Caffeine present in the coffee blocks a chemical called adenosine that interferes with energy boosting neurotransmitters. It is also known as an alarm clock for brain as it increases the brain activity, boost the attention, and improve the disposition. You can easily say that one cup of coffee is a adrenaline shot for you. A mug or two is very beneficial for you, especially when you feel low on energy and concentration.

d. Fruit juice/smoothies/shakes

Fruit Juice

Juices and shakes are a glass full of energy as they are loaded with many Vitamins including A, C, D, E and mineral like iron. It works as a helping hand when your body requires energy, especially when you feel tired while working.

e. Green Vegetables

Green vegetables

They are a good source of most of the vitamins like A, B, C and K and minerals like iron and calcium. The mixture of calcium and vitamins can do wonders for your body. Some of the leading energy providing vegetables are spinach, asparagus, broccoli, and cabbage.

f. Green Parsley

Green parsley

It has many unique anti-oxidants and is known as Vitamin C bomb because it has more Vitamin C then any citrus fruit. It also contains many minerals and dietary fibers. When included in diet, it fastens the cell regeneration and hence provides more energy to the body.

g. Green teaGreen tea

Discovered by the Chinese over four thousand years ago, it contains many useful anti-oxidants, flavonoids, and tannins. These anti-oxidants provide energy to the whole body, and are helpful in weight loss programs. Despite of being very old nutritional provider, it is famous overall for its energy, and other healthy factors.

h. HoneyHoney

It is one of the best natural energy booster and great immunity builder. You can use this energy pill it as a sweetener in tea, milk, and other hot drinks. It not only creates energy but also replaces that once you use it as well as it also builds many kind of tissues.

i. Lean meat

Lean meat

Lean beef, turkey, lean pork, skinless chicken are rich source of protein and provides energy for a long time. It also contains good amount of omega-3 fatty acids, iron, zinc, and Vitamin B12.

j. Fish

Fish

Fishes like Salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which provide energy as well as protects against depression. Apart from the fatty acids, it also contains proteins, vitamins and some amount of carbohydrates. There are other wide ranges of benefit of eating fish. So, next time you feel low after coming back from the office, try eating fish and you will definitely feel rejuvenated.



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